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2025 Year in Review

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As we reflect on the year behind us, 2025 stands out as a year of growth, connection, and meaningful milestones – both personally and professionally. From new homes and expanding families to deepened learning, strengthened bodies, and shared moments of joy, this year shaped us in ways we’ll carry forward. This Year in Review is a look inside the experiences, values, and wins that defined our team in 2025, along with our heartfelt gratitude for the community that continues to grow alongside us.

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Troubleshooting Low Back Pain – #025

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Low back pain is incredibly common, but the reasons behind it aren’t always obvious. In most cases, discomfort builds slowly from everyday habits including how we sit, move, lift, or support our bodies. Understanding why the lower spine is so vulnerable, what your symptoms may be signaling, and which simple movement strategies can help is key to long-term relief. In this post, we’ll break down the basics of lumbar anatomy, explore common causes of low back pain, share proven core-stability exercises, and outline when it’s time to seek more advanced care.

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What Are GLP-1 Medications and How Do They Work? A Naturopathic Perspective on Metabolic Health – #021

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Curious about pharmaceutical support for your metabolic concerns? You’ve probably heard about GLP-1’s seeing as though it’s been a bit of a buzzword these days. But that being said, what are these medications really and how do they work?

In this post we’ll answer all your burning questions about GLP-1s from an evidence based lens. We will explore their metabolic benefits and clear up misconceptions that you may have stumbled across.

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The Complete Guide to Natural Blood Sugar Regulation and Stable Energy – #020

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In this post, we’ll explore simple yet powerful ways to regulate blood sugar through nutrition, the value of a low-glycemic diet, lifestyle factors like exercise, stress management, and sleep, as well as how individualized guidance from a naturopathic doctor can help you take your blood sugar control to the next level. Whether you’re just starting your journey or looking for ways to fine-tune your current habits, these tips can help you make informed choices that support long-term metabolic health.

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Blood Sugar from A to Z – Why Stable Glucose Levels are Essential for Health – #019

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As part of our metabolic series, this post will provide you with all the blood sugar basics – how our blood sugar is regulated, signs of dysregulated blood sugar, impacts of dysregulated blood sugar on health and disease, and tools that can give us insight into blood sugar regulation.

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Acupuncture for Fertility: How This Ancient Therapy Supports Natural Conception and IVF Success – #018

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Many individuals and couples are turning to acupuncture to support fertility. Whether as part of a holistic approach to natural conception or in conjunction with assisted reproductive technologies (ART) such as IVF, acupuncture offers a unique perspective rooted in thousands of years of practice. Let’s explore how acupuncture works to create an optimal environment for conception and why it’s becoming an increasingly popular choice for fertility support.

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Is it the Heat Wave or is it a Hot Flash? Everything You Need to Know About Vasomotor Symptoms of Menopause – #017

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As the summer heatwaves begin, many of us are turning to the beach and iced coffees or turning up the AC to stay cool. But for some, that sticky hot feeling is caused by more than just the summer heat. That’s right, we’re talking about the infamous hot flashes of perimenopause and menopause. Unlike the feeling of overheating on a hot day, hot flashes are characterized by an intense and rapidly increasing sensation of heat that may be accompanied by flushed skin, sweating, and a racing heart or sensation of anxiety. In addition to interfering with sleep, hot flashes can be incredibly disruptive to a woman’s day to day quality of life.
This post is all about those pesky hot flashes; what happens to your hormones in menopause, how this relates to hot flashes and temperature regulation, triggers and associated symptoms, and natural as well as pharmaceutical treatment options for hot flashes.

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